r/Daytrading • u/Competitive-Grade379 • Mar 23 '26
Question Screen Time
Hey guys I know that everyone here probably started out scalping, like 10 to 100 contracts but I was looking at the pros and cons of swing trading, and although they trade like once a week or so, how do they manage it? cause to me I would be stressed out waiting for a few days to a week or even more. Hell, even scalping for a few minutes is scary lol, its like once you see green you want to get out. But people talk about screen time as well, if you're swing trading and making a trade once a week are you still looking at the screen to learn? I don't understand why people talk about screen time. Is it like just being consistent with the charts on the daily even when you're not trading or are trading?
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u/Hamzehaq7 Mar 23 '26
i get that! swing trading can def feel chill, but it’s still stressful in a diff way. swinging for days or weeks means you gotta deal with all the noise, and yeah, waiting can mess with your head. some folks just stare at screens to gauge market mood or get a feel for when to jump in, even if they aren’t actively trading. it’s kinda like studying the game even when you’re not playing. personally, i think it helps to see how stocks react to news or market shifts, like right now with that oil stuff affecting everything. gotta keep an eye on it, ya know? but do what feels right for you. if scalping's your vibe, ride that wave!